Sunday, May 20, 2012

Saint-Alexandre-Nevsky Cathedral II



The beautifully crafted windows of the St Alexandre Nevsky Cathedral
give a reaching view of the streets beyond.

The windows of this elegant place of worship are most often seen from the other side.

bon dimanche


Saint Alexandre Nevsky Cathedral
12, rue Daru
75008, Paris

23 comments:

Palomasea said...

This is a beautiful Cathedral, Genie...is it the one near Parc Monceau? I remember getting a scolding from the Priest for crossing my legs while taking a little rest on a chair! I'm glad you got away with a photo ;)
Bon weekend,
Bises,
- Irina

Rob-bear said...

Bon dimanche aussi, Génie!

Sylvia K said...

Beautiful window and I'm sure a beautiful cathedral as well! Wonderful capture, Genie! Thanks as always for sharing the beauty, mon amie!

Hugs
Sylvia

Pat said...

Years ago I attended the funeral of a Russian friend here...a beautiful church.

Joe said...

They don't make windows like this anymore.

Rob Siemann said...

Probably my favorite place in Paris!

Cezar and Léia said...

A window with fa dream view, very charming buildings.
Léia

Revrunner said...

A lovely opening to the world.

Kate said...

Enjoyed the link, too, and the loveliness of the Russian architecture. You framed this photo beautifully.

Sam Hoffer / My Carolina Kitchen said...

This view might be the very best side. Hope you are having a wonderful weekend Genie.
Sam

Deb said...

Well done for getting a photo from inside :)
Great framing of the shot too. I love window shots (but am rather bad at them)

martinealison said...

J'aime cette vue sur la vie de la rue... Une photo pleine de charme.
Gros bisous à vous et bon dimanche.

Virginia said...

Not often you find clear windows in the churches. Lovely view!
V

PerthDailyPhoto said...

Oh it looks beautiful from the inside and out Genie, I love that you managed to get this shot from the inside, I can just imagine you whipping your camera out and...snap!! Happy Sunday.

Erika said...

Well done, dear Génie.
Wish you a nice new week.
Kiss from Italy.
erika

Angelsdoor * Penny said...

Simply beautiful Genie!

AL said...

Interesting that it has clear windows...I would have expected some frosted glass at least.

Mary said...

Absolutely stunning. Just as much so from the inside as from the outside. Wonderful picture. And a good Sunday to you also, Genie. :)

Randy said...

Such beautiful design.

Harriet said...

Lovely window, lovely view. Indeed, a nice space in which to find oneself.

Genie -- Paris and Beyond said...

Irina, you are right about the location. It is easy to find with a map but it is not one that you can see from the main street.

This was a "legal" photo. They do not allow photos inside the cathedral but this one was taken facing out and not into the cathedral.

Bibi, I think that the funeral for your friend would have been quite memorable in this cathedral.

Debs, as you know I like window shots as well. Just keep clicking and you will master them. With a window shot you may be surprised at the interesting reflections.

revrunner, it is nice to see you here. Thank you for visiting and for your comment.

I am wishing for more hours than the usual allotment this week and I wish for all of you a wonderful week ahead!

Bises,
Genie

Siddhartha Joshi said...

This is beautiful...like it!

TheChieftess said...

Interesting shot Genie! I love the perspective of the buildings outside!